1988 Buick Electra vs. 2006 Nissan Note
To start off, 2006 Nissan Note is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Buick Electra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Buick Electra would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Buick Electra (163 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2006 Nissan Note. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Buick Electra should accelerate faster than 2006 Nissan Note. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Buick Electra weights approximately 335 kg more than 2006 Nissan Note. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1988 Buick Electra (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Nissan Note. (153 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1988 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Nissan Note.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Buick Electra | 2006 Nissan Note | |
Make | Buick | Nissan |
Model | Electra | Note |
Year Released | 1988 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 153 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.6 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 83.6 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1240 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2610 mm |